Everyone needs some help sometimes.
We're here as a resource for finding the help you need — charities, government programs and disaster relief, all in one place and close to home.
Three ways we can help
Whether you need assistance today or want to give back, start with the path that fits you.
Do I Qualify?
Check through the criteria for receiving aid and see if your situation qualifies. There are many forms of assistance, so you may fall into more than one category.
Check the criteria
Search Charities
Search our database for charities in your area and by the aid you require — then find all the contact information you need to get help.
Start searching
Volunteer
Every charity out there needs help too. If you have the means, energy or resources, you could do so much good by volunteering or donating.
Find ways to giveGetting help in three simple steps
See if you qualify
Review the needy and distressed criteria to understand which types of aid may fit your situation.
Search near you
Find charities and programs in your area, filtered by the kind of help you need.
Reach out
Use the contact details we provide to connect directly with the organization and get support.
Need vs. distress
Charitable aid generally falls under the government definition of either needy or distressed. Each charity can expand on these, so even if you don't meet the basic guidelines, you may still qualify.
Needy
Ongoing hardship that may qualify you for aid.
Economic level
Household income is below the government-listed poverty level.
Hardship due to circumstance
For example, caring for an elderly or special-needs dependent. Each case can be reviewed by the charity for qualification.
Hardship due to illness
Inability to work, financial strain due to medical bills, or the death of a family member.
Hardship due to "other"
If you believe your circumstance would qualify, you can check directly with the charity.
Distressed
Immediate care after a sudden event.
- An event has caused an immediate need for aid
- Disaster, natural or otherwise
Programs you should know about
FoodGovernment Food Assistance Programs
SNAP and other programs with expanded eligibility for families who need food support.
HousingTemporary Mortgage Relief
Options to help ease the burden if you're struggling to make your mortgage payments.
MilitaryAssistance for Active Military & Veterans
Resources from every branch for active duty, reserves and veterans.
DisabilityRelief for Disabled Individuals
Resources created to support the safety and well-being of disabled persons.
BusinessResources for Small Businesses
Programs designed to ease the financial burden on small businesses.
Help, at the fingertips of those who need it most
Our goal is to make sure people and families in need have the ability to find help near their home.
With our vast information resources and the ability to combine that information in a searchable way, we figured the best way for us to help was to put it right in your hands. Whatever your struggle, we hope you can find the help you require here.
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